Administrative Support Team Leader

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 37,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi in Jackson, MS is seeking an Administrative Support Team Leader for the 25 - HINDS COUNTY position. The role focuses on administrative support to the Directors and supervisory duties within Accreditation.

The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of experience, a High School Diploma or equivalent, and strong skills in MS Word, Excel, and Adobe to manage workflow and ensure compliance with APA guidelines.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with budgets, contracts, and the Administrative Procedures Act (APA) preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Adobe.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Director of Accreditation and the Director of Safe and Orderly Schools.
• Supervise employees: hire recommendations, training, planning, assigning work, performance reviews, coaching, and progressive discipline.
• Review and oversee the work performed in the office.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

MS Word

Excel

Adobe

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent; 5–7 years experience

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Adobe

Job description

Administrative Support Team Leader in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS | GovernmentJobs.com page has loaded.

State of Mississippi

$36,624.00 - $56,640.66 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9027-0201-20261026Hs

0201 - EDUCATION - CONSOLIDATED PROGRAM

Opening Date

10/26/2026

11/4/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$36,624.00

$56,640.66

What you'll need to be Successful

This position will require excellent oral and written communication skills.

The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) seeks to create a world‑class educational system that gives students the knowledge and skills to be successful in college and in the workforce, and to flourish as parents and citizens. To inquire about this position, please contact Dr. Jo Ann Malone at [e-mail].

About the Position

The Mississippi Department of Education is seeking to employ an Administrative Support Team Leader in the office of Accreditation. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Adobe are required. The individual will provide administrative support to the Director of Accreditation and the Director of Safe and Orderly Schools.Employee supervision includes hire recommendations, training, planning, and assigning work, performance assessment, coaching, and progressive discipline. Supervision at this level also requires these employees to have the knowledge and skills to perform and review the work overseen.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires High School Diploma or equivalent and 5‑7 years of experience. Agency preferred qualifications:Experience with budgets, contracts, and the Administrative Procedures Act (APA) is preferred.

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Employer State of Mississippi

Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201